Hattiloo Theatre is the first black repertory theatre in Memphis relocated from their start-up space to an existing parking lot in an urban entertainment district currently undergoing a resurgence.
photography by © Hank Mardukas
The new building allows the region’s only black repertory theatre to have its own identity and establish a presence on the corner of a main artery into the district. Cor-Ten cladding was used for its ability to weather and oxidize over time and add to the unique character of the entertainment district while adding a distinct permanence to the building.
photography by © Hank Mardukas
Project Info:
Architects: Archimania
Project Location: 37 Cooper Street, Memphis, TN 38103, United States
Project Year: 2014
Owner: Hattiloo Theatre
Project Area : 11041.0 ft2
Interior Design: archimania
Photographs: Hank Mardukas
Consultants: Self Tucker Architects, SSR, JaffeHolden, Schuler Shook, Aye Leigh Projects
Sophie Tremblay is a Montreal-based architectural editor and designer with a focus on sustainable urban development. A McGill University architecture graduate, she began her career in adaptive reuse, blending modern design with historical structures. As a Project Editor at Arch2O, she curates stories that connect traditional practice with forward-thinking design. Her writing highlights architecture's role in community engagement and social impact. Sophie has contributed to Canadian Architect and continues to collaborate with local studios on community-driven projects throughout Quebec, maintaining a hands-on approach that informs both her design sensibility and editorial perspective.